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Tuesday, January 20, 2009

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I'm pretty sure that it's a common knowledge that when one spots characters at Disneyland they (the character):

1. are surrounded by a large crowd of people

2. have everyone lined up awaiting their turn for a photo op with the character who rarely speaks

OR

3. are quickly walking away from the people lest they actually have to interact with them.

The 3rd scenario drives me bonkers. I've seen on too many occasions a character make their appearance, wait until people notice them and then.......walk away. What?

So, I was thrilled to make Peter Pan's acquaintance. He talked to all of the kids, and made this momma super happy with the attention he paid her "lost boys". And the best part? Very few "guests" noticed him, and if they did, they stood back and watched rather than butting their way in.

What I get a kick out of (tell me if you have seen this) is waiting in line with tons of Asians (no offense) who are waiting with anticipation and often rudeness to see these characters. They have them sign books, hug, take pictures and they often butt in front of kids. It's really weird.

How fun to see Peter Pan and get all his attention. I can't wait to make it back to Disney.

I know what you mean about the characters running away.... it stinks for the kids...especially the ones who have been waiting all day to see their "favorite" character!! Geez, it's their job; they are paid to make the kids happy!!!

Oh! How great! The one and only time we took the kids to Disney (when i suffered a horrible miscarriage. UGH) we saw ONE character. So sad. And, it was one of those characters that we had no clue who or even what it was :(So glad your kids got to spend real time with Peter Pan! How cool!

How fun! We have been talking about taking Luke to Disneyland. I don't really want to take Finn just yet. That whole stroller thing would be a drag! Any good tips??? Maybe we can meet up there!! Looks like your crew had a blast!

I've never seen Peter Pan even AT Disney... so that's cool right there, and all the interaction with your kids is cool too. And the fact that I'm jealous of where you live and that your house sold and..whoops this is about you not me right???

Your 1-2-3 scenarios were right on. What luck to have a perfect character experience! (PS I'm still a little jealous you got to go to Disneyland---it's been over two years for us and I am MISSING it!!)

hmm.. not sure if I can tell this story. When I went to Disneyland with my little brother Max we saw Friar Tuck.. the only thing is that Max pronounced all of his T's like F's. Our whole family DIED when he screamed it at the top of his lungs over and over again Friar #uck! LOL!

My daughters would have loved meeting him. We just got back from Disney World two days ago. We ran into a lot of princesses, but my favorite character we met was Mary Poppins. The girls were stunned to see her in person - she was perfect!